[skyguy79]

Originally Posted by gomoho

Okay, so now that we are on the topic any recommendations for "THOSE" doctors in TV that do that test? Obviously looking for someone with experience so I don't have a problem as a result of "THAT" test.

My wife recently had her test done and she used Dr. Robert W Barish MD of Gastroenterology Associates at 13940 Hwy 441. (751-4885) I will be using the same doctor when I have mine done.

The following information is strictly based on my past experience and a qualified medical doctor should be consulted with:

- It is recommended that your first test be done at the age of 50.
- If you have no family history with colon cancer, the wait period for the next test may be a recommendation of 10 years if no polyps or other problem are found.
- If there is a family history of cancer, the wait period recommended may be 5 years.
- If a polyp is found, the waiting period may be 3 years.
- And if the equipment malfunctions, which happened to me on my last test, and a full scan wasn't accomplished, the wait period may be recommended at 2 years.

Remember though that this is only based on my experienced and only a qualified medical doctor can properly determine the actual waiting period suggested.

Note: My father-in-law died of colon cancer at the age of 59. His father also died of it at age 80..